The atomic tests near Utrik Island in 1954 was a disaster for the 159 people who lived there. Kai Erikson explains that this disaster
A) brought the people together in a good way.
B) never really had an ending.
C) was completely fixed by the U.S. government within a few days.
D) showed how it is possible to predict and prepare for disasters.

Question

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The passage states that the disaster "never really had an ending" which implies that it had ongoing negative effects on the people of Utrik Island. Option A is incorrect as the passage does not make any mention of the disaster bringing people together in a good way. Option C is also incorrect as the passage does not provide evidence that the US government was able to completely fix the issue within a few days. Option D is also incorrect as there is no mention of prediction and preparation for disasters.

The Atomic Tests near Utrik Island in 1954 Was a Disaster